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Hey everyone, I’m on looking for a first car for my daughter's birthday and noticed a 2022 Fiat 500 on FB Marketplace posted by Lamsam Logistics. At first blush I thought I was dealing with a private seller, but it turns out I’ve stumbled upon a Belfast based transport company that’s also in the business of selling repossessed vehicles. They’ve thrown their hat in the ring with home delivery to Somerset, promising it’ll be on your doorstep in a week to ten days. That all sounds like pie in the sky but I’m feeling a bit like a cat on a hot tin roof about shelling out cash before laying my eyes on the car. Has anyone walked this road before? Or did you actually bite the bullet and buy from them? I’m all ears to get the lowdown on the process, payment, and vehicle details. Your thoughts would be worth their weight in gold.

As a guarantee, good will does not expire once a certain amount of time has passed. To give credit where credit is due is the essence of good will. It seems like you're far beyond the coverage of the new car limited warranty, which usually covers paint defects for three years or up to 36,000-50,000 miles on a Mercedes-Benz of that age. They were not required by law to make any kind of offer, and I'm not even claiming it's fair, considering that it's been eight years.

I would strongly advise you to begin by obtaining a written copy of the warranty terms and conditions (e.g., a PDF download link). T&Cs will be in writing even for a Goodwill warranty. The next thing I'd do is get the paint warranty paperwork; I'm sure it's there. In my experience, MB is not forthcoming with this information; instead, customers are told various things when they ask about the warranty, and this is all done orally.

Apologies for the paint problem. This is an issue that far too many people have with the solid red Mercedes paint, as @MuffinClaw pointed out. Surprisingly, the micro-blistering doesn't impact the vast majority of automobiles, but when it does, it seems to harm every single metal panel. If I were in your shoes, I'd try to get Mercedes-Benz to pay for a complete bare metal respray first. If they disagree, you'll have to make up your own mind about whether or not to accept their offer. I would next file a complaint with the Motor Ombudsman and hope for a positive resolution. The legal process is expected to be lengthy and expensive, as Mercedes-Benz UK is known for fiercely fighting accusations. I hope that won't be the case. Wishing you the best of success with your claim. Please keep us updated on its progress.

It would be very unfair to sell the vehicle in its current state. It was confirmed by the individual who examined my car as well. Warranty (or, more accurately, goodwill) coverage is available for up to ten years, as they indicated. Indeed, the plastic components are not repainted. However, I will not budge from this issue; I want to pursue legal action, ombudsman. Please refrain from contacting the ombudsman until we have discussed your request, they told me when I spoke with them today. From what I've heard today, this is the case.

Unfortunately, this is a typical problem with MBs that have solid red paint. According to other users, MB has said that their new paint guarantee is for 6 years. Unfortunately, I couldn't locate this information in writing. It is not guaranteed, but some members were successful in getting MB to provide a free bare-metal respray (excluding bumpers and other plastic trim components). I can only assume that selling the automobile in its present state would result in a substantial loss; if MB is unsuccessful, you may pursue other legal options, such as the courts or the ombudsman.

Jupiter red, that is. Scatter microblisters throughout the vehicle

The hue, tell me? A cranberry?

Greetings, everybody! In regards to a paint defect problem on my 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class in the UK, I would appreciate any guidance and stories from others who have been through the same thing. After my first contact with Mercedes-Benz, they sent me to an approved body repair centre for the brand. On December 18, 2025, the vehicle had an inspection. I did not get a formal report, but the technician did tell me that the whole car had major paint problems and that the amount of degradation is not usual for the vehicle's age. I was also told that the results will be shared with Mercedes-Benz UK and that the decision for any kind of goodwill repair would be made by corporate. Following this, Mercedes-Benz UK extended an offer to contribute 25% towards the repair as a gesture of goodwill. I have previously spoken with customer support and submitted a formal written appeal over this offer. I am of the opinion that it is unreasonable considering the seriousness of the issue, the vehicle's age, and the fact that an Approved repairer conducted the inspection. Very seldom does a high-end brand's paint deteriorate to this degree in such a short amount of time. The situation has now escalated to the point that I am contemplating taking it to The Motor Ombudsman. I was wondering whether anybody in the UK has dealt with a same paint problem with a Mercedes. Should I try to get a larger contribution, or do you think a 25% goodwill offer is reasonable here? Anything you can tell me would be much appreciated.

Additionally, I apply a thin layer of wellseal to all surfaces that include FAI or glass.

Will you tell me the brand of head gasket set you use? I'm now in the process of gathering the necessary parts.

then it's probably time to program it again. As said before, put everything back together and reset it as much as possible.

Thank you, however I don't see much progress, but I will try nonetheless 👍.

With Windows, if the button makes a little movement when pushed, keep doing it until it's all the way up. Then, press and hold the down button until it's all the way down. After ten seconds, press and hold the up button again. Repeat this process until you've programmed the comfort settings.

Initially, I would reassemble the entire system, ensuring all connections are restored. I have observed that when moving a vehicle with the engine removed and connecting the battery, the wipers activate continuously, among other issues. After reassembly, if the vehicle is locked and allowed to enter sleep mode for five minutes, using the fob to unlock can resolve some problems. If this fails, I employ a diagnostic tool; I utilise a high-end Autel device that allows for the resetting of the ECU's short circuit protection via software. Additionally, once reassembled and after the sleep period, attempting to start the vehicle normally, then switching off and repeating this process several times can aid in restoring functionality. I am meticulous about disconnecting the battery on all vehicles I service, as incorrect voltage or wiring can cause significant damage. For resetting the FRM, I use Dtronix in Bristol, which also operates on eBay. If my suggestions do not yield results, the alternative is to send the FRM off for software repair.

Thank you. I was under the impression that it wasn't exhibiting all the common signs of FRM failure that are discussed on websites like YouTube. Since the vehicle is parked, I'll need to secure the driver's door window using tape. Once again, I am grateful.

After reassembling and connecting everything, I usually find that the wipers turn on whenever I need to move a car with the engine out and the battery connected. If that doesn't work, I try locking the car and letting it sleep for five minutes; then, using the key fob to open it should fix it. If that doesn't work, I turn to the diagnostics tool. If you have a high-end AUDEL, you may reset the short circuit protection in the software. After the battery is disconnected, turn the vehicle on normally, and then turn it back on again. This should help the ecu remember what it learns. I work on projects where the improper voltage or wiring might cause significant harm.

My sincere appreciation.

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You need a professional (not a do-it-yourselfer) to reset the footwell module. I hired precise garage, who sell on eBay; all you have to do is send them the FRM (forget the name).

Hello there! I just acquired a Mini One R56 1.4 petrol and, after reading some excellent tips from @Bitxx, began dismantling the engine in preparation for a refresh. However, I bungled the process and accidentally shorted the heat shield against the alternator connection. I have activated the wipers, but the electric windows won't turn off (there's a 2-inch gap on the driver's side 😱). Have I damaged a module? Would much appreciate any assistance. This vehicle has a backstory; we purchased it new for my wife in 2009 and sold it in 2015. The same woman had owned it until we repurchased it a few weeks ago!

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^^ They often "go walkabout" (often in the middle of the night)

Verify its continued presence.....

When this happens on my W205, it's typically because of the radar sensor or the wiring around it in the grill.